Torn Between Chaos and Control: When OCD and ADHD Coexist
OCD and ADHD are often misunderstood as total opposites—one driven by over-control, the other by impulsivity. But for those who live with both, the experience can feel like a constant tug-of-war between chaos and control. In this post, Dr. Jami Kerr explores how these two conditions overlap, why OCD can become a coping tool for ADHD, and how therapy can help untangle the complexity with compassion and clarity.
Anxious Attachment in Romantic Relationships
If you often find yourself overanalyzing why your partner hasn't responded to your texts and fearing abandonment, you might have an anxious attachment style. This attachment style often stems from childhood experiences with caregivers and can manifest in adulthood as difficulty trusting partners, low self-worth, and constant worry about being left. However, developing more secure attachments is possible with the right support and strategies, such as therapy and mindfulness